8,434
2020 population
The Census Bureau's July 2025 estimate is 8,496 residents.
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New Jersey Town Guide Online
Northfield is an established mainland city between Pleasantville and Linwood, combining residential neighborhoods with the Tilton Road, New Road and Shore Road commercial corridors, Birch Grove Park and convenient access to Atlantic City and the shore.
2020 Census: 8,434 residents · 2025 estimate: 8,496 · Incorporated: 1905
Northfield has a compact suburban character shaped by long-established neighborhoods, schools, parks and a strong local business base. Tilton Road is the city's busiest retail corridor, while New Road/Route 9 and Shore Road connect Northfield to neighboring mainland communities.
The Census Bureau's July 2025 estimate is 8,496 residents.
Northfield was created from part of Egg Harbor Township in the early twentieth century.
Tilton Road, New Road and Shore Road anchor shopping, services, dining and travel through the city.
The city's principal retail spine, with shopping centers, furniture, specialty retail, restaurants, health services and everyday businesses.
A north-south corridor with banks, professional offices, medical services, automotive businesses and neighborhood commercial uses.
A historic mainland route lined with homes, professional services and connections south toward Linwood and Somers Point.
Northfield operates as a New Jersey city. Erland Chau serves as mayor in 2026, with City Council handling legislative business and standing committees overseeing municipal functions.
Mayor of Northfield for 2026.
1600 Shore Road
Northfield, NJ 08225
Main municipal offices and public services.
The local public-school campus at 2000 New Road serves Northfield's elementary and middle-school students. The district maintains separate elementary and middle-school leadership within the community school.
District phone: 609-407-4000
Northfield students continue to Mainland Regional High School in nearby Linwood, which serves Northfield, Linwood and Somers Point.
Northfield's signature natural recreation area on Burton Avenue offers trails, picnic areas, playground space, seasonal fishing activities and community programming. Camping has been discontinued.
A local walking and biking route that links residential areas and provides an off-road recreation option through the city.
The city maintains additional neighborhood recreation spaces, including Veterans Park and the First Street Playground.
The community developed along the mainland's historic Shore Road corridor and was once associated with the name Bakersville. Northfield became an independent municipality in 1905 after separating from Egg Harbor Township.
The city museum at Birch Grove Park preserves photographs, documents and artifacts connected with local families, businesses and community life.
The restored nineteenth-century Casto House stands at the park as another piece of Northfield's preserved local history. Museum access and hours can change, so confirm before visiting.
A deep directory covering retail, health care, banking, automotive, professional services and more.
Pizza, Italian, Mexican, cafés, delis and other city dining with carefully verified dietary notes.
Current market context and practical guidance for buyers, sellers and renters.
Birch Grove Park, local history, golf heritage and nearby lodging guidance.
Current public employment information plus local job sectors and official resources.
A ready community marketplace structure with clear posting and safety standards.